1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Prius |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
